We hope you are enjoying these weekly feature posts from the authors of Inspired by Life…and Fiction. We're sharing some of our favorite things to help you get to know us a little better—and we’d love to hear your answers to these “favorites” questions in the comments below. Favorite Beverage (whether hot or cold): Chai Tea Latte. (Hot). Since I don’t drink coffee, whenever … [Read more...]
California Dreamin’ (and a sale!)
Earlier this month, I spent 13 days in California! I was born and raised in southern California. Riverside, to be exact. And though I've lived in Dallas for twenty-eight years, I return to CA frequently to spend time with my family there. This trip had a dual purpose. I went to celebrate my mom's birthday and to enjoy my daughter's spring break. The birthday party came first. To mark my … [Read more...]
Learning to Relax
I have a confession to make. I‘m really good at working. Like world class at it. I am the queen of going from one task right to the next, barely with a break to celebrate that the one has ended. I tightly calendar everything, and most of the time it works out fine… until someone gets sick, or an extra task gets assigned or a miscommunication occurs. Then the cascade can be brutal, but I ALWAYS hit … [Read more...]
A Sneak Peek into a Retreat & Giveaway
Hi friends! I just got back from my writer’s retreat. I lead two a year, but this year, it will be three. I thought as writers and readers both, you might enjoy seeing behind the scenes. The retreat was hosted in Hedgesville, WV. It’s a beautiful neighborhood of lovely cabins spread out over the entire landscape. Trees fill the space, providing privacy and places for the wildlife to … [Read more...]
What a Regency Lady Carried in her Reticule
I have said it before, but if you ever have the opportunity to see a presentation by Candice Hern (in person or online) don’t miss it! Candice is an award-winning author and passionate collector of Georgian and Regency era antiques. As she and I are both members of the Minnesota chapter of the Jane Austen Society of North America, I have been able to hear her with some regularity, and always learn … [Read more...]
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